Wilderness State Park to offer outfitter services

July 17, 2008

CARP LAKE - The Department of Natural Resources announced that Wilderness State Park has entered into a concession agreement to offer new outdoor recreation programs at the park.

Wilderness has partnered with The Outfitter from Harbor Springs, which will offer a variety of activities at the park including kayak lessons, guided trips on the 26 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and other excursions. The services will be offered by reservation between Memorial and Labor days.

During the fall, winter and spring, The Outfitter will focus on educational programs and team building programs, possibly working with cabin rental groups.

Wilderness State Park is located at 903 Wilderness Park Dr. in Carp Lake, just west of Mackinaw City. Reservations for camping at any state park can be made by calling (800) 447-2757 or click here.

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All motor vehicles entering a state park or recreation area must display a motor vehicle permit, available for purchase at the entrance. Cost is $24 for resident annual and $6 for resident daily. A non-resident annual is $29 and a non-resident daily is $8.

For a list of complete services and activities and booking information, contact Wilderness State Park at 436-5381 or The Outfitter at 526-2621.